Motorola SB5102 manual Introduction, Faster

Introduction

Before You Begin Installation & Configuration Troubleshooting FAQ Glossary License

Easier!

Unlike dial-up modems or ISDN, you’re always on, always connected.

Faster!

Your cable modem is up to 100 times faster than a dial-up modem. It lets you enjoy surfing the Web without the long wait. Because many network and other factors can affect performance, the actual speed will vary.

Better!

Your cable modem is made by the company with over 50 years of cable TV expertise.

Introduction

Congratulations, you have a new Motorola® SB5102 cable modem. It provides high-speed access to the Internet and other online services. This cable modem transmits and receives data much faster than traditional dial-up or ISDN modems. Unlike a dial-up modem, your cable modem is always online. Just open your browser and surf!

You can use your high-speed, upgradeable cable modem to connect one or more computers in your home or business to the Internet. You can connect:

•A single computer equipped with an Ethernet adapter directly to the Ethernet port on the SB5102 cable modem

•Up to 63 computers to a single SB5102 cable modem using an Ethernet hub as shown in “Cabling for Multiple Users” on page 29

SB5102 Cable Modem User Guide 1